CHEMICAL TREATMENT WORKER II (BC-07) [1 vacancy]

CHEMICAL TREATMENT WORKER II (BC-07) [1 vacancy]

Salary

$5,455.00 Monthly

Location

Oahu, HI

Job Type

Full-Time Permanent

Job Number

189256

Department

Department of Enterprise Services

Division

Golf Courses

Opening Date

01/23/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

• Description
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Position Information

Join the team that keeps Oahus golf courses healthy, safe, and ready for play. This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in precision outdoor work, enjoys hands-on tasks, and values maintaining high standards in turf and landscape care.

The Department of Enterprise Services, Golf Course Division has one (1) vacancy for a Chemical Treatment Worker II located at Ewa Villages Golf Course.

This position involves pesticide application across large-acreage properties, including golf course turf, fairways, greens, and surrounding landscaped areas.

What You Will Do:

• Measure, mix, and apply fertilizers, herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides using motorized and handheld equipment.
• Survey treatment areas, identify issues such as pests or diseases, and determine the correct chemical applications and mixtures.
• Inspect and maintain spraying equipment and ensure chemical storage and mixing areas meet safety regulations.
• Plan and execute the courses chemical treatment schedule; stay current on agronomic products, safety practices, and relevant guidelines.
• Train and guide helpers in safe chemical-handling procedures and proper application methods.
• Maintain accurate usage logs and work reports.
• Other related duties as assigned for this position.

Special Working Conditions

• Work schedule: Monday-Friday, 5:00 AM - 1:00 PM
• Work may include evenings, weekends, and holidays; schedule may change based on job requirements.
• Involves handling chemicals, lifting, transporting supplies, and working outdoors in varying weather.
• Must obtain a Commercial Applicator of Restricted Pesticides (Category 3) certification by the end of probation.

Enjoy excellent employment benefits including generous time off (up to 21 vacation days, 21 sick leave days, and holidays), comprehensive health coverage, retirement plan, career development, and much more! View details about all our available benefits by clicking on the "Benefits" tab at the top of this posting or visiting https://www.honolulu.gov/dhr/benefits/.

Apply today and take the first step toward a lasting career!

Additional Job Information

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Minimum Qualification Requirements

At time of application you must be a citizen, national, or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:

Experience and/or training of sufficient scope and quality to show competence in the care, maintenance and beautification of landscaped and natural areas, including the spraying and application of a variety of agricultural chemicals.

Desirable Experience:

• Experience applying pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, and fertilizers in large landscaped or turfed environments
• e.g., golf courses, parks, athletic fields, or similar settings

Competencies & Skills Needed:

• Knowledge of:

• Agricultural chemicals, including safe use and application methods

• Uses and methods of operation of tractors and their proper maintenance

• Familiarity with common weeds, insect pests, and turf or ornamental plants

• Awareness of basic soil conditions that support healthy plant growth

• Ability to:

• Apply chemical treatments safely and accurately using appropriate tools and equipment

• Follow oral and written instructions and work effectively with others, including the public

• Learn technical material and obtain required pesticide licensure during the probationary period

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENT:

• Valid Hawaii State drivers license (Type 3), prior to appointment, and
• Category 3 Ornamental and Turf Pesticide Applicators License, prior to completion of probation.
• Training and preparation support for the examination will be provided during the probationary period.

The above licenses/certificates must be obtained by the time indicated and maintained on a current basis thereafter as a condition of employment.

Examination Process

If you qualify for the position, your name will be eligible for consideration for current vacancy and future job openings with this job title. Screening will be based on the education, experience, and other job-related information provided in your application. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower rating. All information provided on an application is subject to verification. As applicable, false or misleading statements or omissions of material facts are grounds for disqualification and/or termination of employment with the City and County of Honolulu.

What are the benefits of being a City Employee?

• • Vacation: Employees may earn up to 21 days per year.
• • Sick Leave: Employees may earn up to 21 days per year.
• • Holidays: 13 days a year; 14 days during election years.
• • Training and Development: Computer, career, and personal enhancement courses are offered; curriculum designed for employee, supervisory, and management development.
• • Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Care: Various health insurance plans are available. Premiums are subsidized by the City and deductible from pre-tax income for participants of the Premium Conversion Plan (PCP).
• • Group Life Insurance: No cost for eligible employees.
• • Deferred Compensation Plan: Invest in your future...choose to defer part of your pre-tax income for retirement.
• • Retirement Plan: The Employees Retirement System (ERS) of the State of Hawaii administers retirement benefits for State and County employees. Employee contribution required.
• • Commuter Choice Pre-Tax Benefits: Employees may designate certain transportation expenses (TheBus, LOTMA, Vanpool Hawaii, etc.) as a pre-tax item
• • Parking: Some job locations offer parking on-site; others may have access to parking at low monthly rates.
• • Direct Deposit: Direct deposit of paychecks to a designated financial institution is available.
• • Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential, professional counseling and resource referral.
• • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: A federal program forgiving the balance of federal student loans for individuals working in public service. For program requirements and additional information, please visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

To view additional information, please visit our Benefits of City Employment page.

• All benefits as stated above, are subject to eligibility requirements and to legislative and/or negotiated changes. Individuals are responsible for any related fees or charges that may apply.

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APPLICATION GUIDELINES & INSTRUCTIONS: When applying for this position, please thoroughly complete the Education, Work Experience, and Supplemental Question sections of your application. The information provided in these sections, particularly the job-specific Supplemental Questions, will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements for the job and your final score. Failure to provide detailed and complete information or submit any required documentation may result in your application being rejected or you receiving a lower score.

Please do not submit resumes in place of completing any of these sections.

List each work experience separately, do not combine jobs. For example, if youve held more than one position or job level(s) for the same employer, they should be listed and described separately so that the resulting changes in your duties and responsibilities are accurately reflected. If any part of your experience is unclear, you may be asked to provide a copy of your official job/position description (PD).

In general (unless otherwise specified on the job posting), the following criteria is utilized for evaluation of the Minimum Qualification Requirements:

• Substitute, temporary assignment, internship or volunteer experience requires an official letter of verification from your supervisor and/or Human Resources department. The letter should include the job title, employment dates, number of hours worked, a description of the duties performed, and a contact name and phone number.

• Concurrent or overlapping experiences and/or education will NOT be double credited.

• Professional experience is defined as work typically involving independent analytical work that included solving complex (non-routine) problems, writing reports, and interpreting and applying technical materials.

• Most work experience as an intern will NOT be creditable as equivalent to professional experience.

• Calculation of experience will be based upon a full-time, 40-hour work week. Part-time experience will be pro-rated. Hours worked in excess of 40 hours/week will not be extra credited.

• Example: Twelve months of experience at 20 hours/week will be pro-rated to six months of experience.

• Example: Twelve months of experience at 60 hours/week will be credited as one year of experience, NOT one and a half years.

• All requirements for the position must be met at the time of application or by the closing date of the recruitment.

Possession of the required amount of experience will not in and of itself be accepted as proof of qualification for the position. The overall experience must be of such scope and responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that you have the ability to perform the duties of the position.

Any information you submit is subject to verification. Supporting documents must be either electronically attached to your application or submitted to our office at: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Documents should be identified by job title and recruitment number.

If you previously submitted education documents (e.g., transcripts, diploma, etc.) to our office, for most cases you are not required to resubmit them. Supporting documents with an expiration period (e.g., drivers license, Department of Transportation medical certificate, etc.) will need to be submitted with each application to verify possession of a current license or certificate at the time specified on the job posting.

• I certify that I have read and understand the above statements.

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Do you possess a valid Hawaii Type 3 Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

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Describe in full detail your experience with mixing, spraying, and applying agricultural chemicals (such as fertilizers, herbicides, fungicides, or insecticides).

Your response should include:

• Which position you had such experience (position title/employer)
• Duration of experience (months/years)
• Types of tasks performed
• Types of chemicals used
• Types of equipment operated (motorized sprayers, backpack sprayers, spreaders, etc.)
• The settings where you performed this work (e.g., golf courses, parks, landscaping)

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Describe in full detail your experience in the care, maintenance, and beautification of landscaped areas.

Your response should include:

• Which position you had such experience (position title/employer)
• Duration of experience (months/years)
• Types of tasks performed
• Tools or equipment used
• Any experience identifying pests, weeds, or plant diseases

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Indicate which types of equipment you have operated. (Check all that apply)

• Light or medium trucks
• Tractors with sprayer or spreader attachments
• Boom sprayers
• Broadcast or rotary fertilizer spreaders
• Backpack sprayers
• Hand sprayers
• Other

Required Question

Employer City and County of Honolulu

Address 650 South King Street, 10th Floor

Honolulu, Hawaii, 96813

Phone (808) 768-8536

Website https://www.honolulu.gov/dhr/